West Brom vs Wrexham - Championship

A fascinating Championship chapter awaits on April 3, 2026 when West Brom take on Wrexham at The Hawthorns — two sides with plenty to play for and everything to prove. The spectacle was once again on show ahead of Nice’s Europa League clash with AS Roma on Thursday, but what was supposed to be a display of power and pride quickly turned into a far more comical scene.

There is plenty riding on this Championship encounter for West Brom and Wrexham alike, and neither will want to leave The Hawthorns empty-handed. West Brom have been picking up results at a respectable clip, LDLWW over their last five with a season win rate of 50%. Wrexham have blown hot and cold, WLLLW across their last five and a season win rate of 25%. One side has leaned on a miserly defence, the other on a free-scoring attack, and the meeting of those contrasting strengths promises an intriguing tactical subtext. The promoted side have plans to strengthen in every position, with midfield the priority.

Wing play is likely to be central to the contest. West Brom will look to stretch the pitch and isolate their wide attackers, while Wrexham must find a way to compress the space and choke the supply lines. City also want to continue improving their attack, with a top left-winger still in the offing too.

Star players on both sides will be eager to make their mark, and the individual duels across the pitch could go a long way to deciding the outcome. How each side deals with the other's danger men — and who takes their chances when they come — will be central to the outcome. Former Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has explained his decision to join MLS side Inter Miami.

The market has yet to form a strong view, and the contest looks genuinely difficult to call. A share of the spoils looks the most probable outcome, with neither side holding a decisive edge — a 1-1 draw feels like a fitting result. With positions in the Championship table to defend and momentum to chase, neither side can afford to leave anything in the tank. A more central role appears likely given the sale of Youri Tielemans to Manchester United and the anterior cruciate ligament injury suffered by Amadou Onana at the World Cup.